Last Thursday there was a video tribute on the Honda Center bigscreen to Jacques Plante, the legendary goalkeeper of the 1960’s and 70’s who pioneered the use of a goalie’s mask and was the first to roam out of the crease to play pucks. Taking a page from Plante, Dallas ‘keeper Marty Turco more than handed it to the Ducks on Monday night.Continue reading “Subtle irony at the Honda Center.” »

Saturday’s win over the Phoenix Coyotes (on the road!) was a game the Ducks should have won. Breaking the power-play slump and getting into a bunch of fights were mere bonuses.Continue reading “Baby steps.” »